7 fitness accounts to follow on Instagram
In need of some fitspiration? Whether you’re looking for training and fitness tips or just need a little extra motivation to get your body ready for swimsuit season, Instagram is a wealth of fitness resources.
Important questions to ask your doctor before back surgery
Each year, about half a million Americans undergo back surgery for a number of reasons. Surgery is often the treatment of choice for a variety of causes of back pain. It may be used to remove the herniated portion of a disk, remove bone overlying the spinal canal, fuse together two or more bones in the spine to add stability, or implant artificial disks to eliminate pain from degenerated or injured disks.
Exercises that can hurt more than help
Exercise is good for heart health, aids in weight loss, builds strong, healthy joints and provides a number of other health benefits. But when certain exercises aren’t performed correctly, they may do more harm than good.
Questions to ask your doctor before knee surgery
For some patients suffering from knee pain, non-surgical treatments may not provide long-term relief. In these cases, or in the case of a torn ligament or other knee injury, surgery is often recommended. It’s important to be informed about the surgery your physician recommends, particularly if it is an elective surgery. There are risks to any procedure, but asking the right questions can help you clearly understand those risks.
What makes a good workout?
If you think you have to go to the gym to get in a good workout, think again. Where you do your workout and even what kind of workout you choose doesn’t matter. The keys to a good workout are getting your heart rate up and working multiple muscle groups.
Top fitness trends of 2016: functional training
Functional training, or functional fitness, is a growing exercise trend geared toward building overall strength to make certain everyday, practical activities or movements easier.
9 recipe swaps to lighten up your favorite summer foods
Lazy summer days by the pool, cookouts with family and friends, picnics and cool treats — there are plenty of reasons to love summer. But if we indulge in our favorite summer foods all summer long, weight gain is inevitable.
9 in-season foods to eat this summer
Unless you regularly visit your local farmers market, it can be difficult to know which fruits and vegetables are in season. Most grocery stores carry the majority of popular produce items year-round, whether or not they are in season.
The benefits of post-workout stretching
Do you tend to forgo stretching after a workout when you’re short on time? Although studies on the benefits of stretching show mixed results, taking five to ten minutes to stretch after your workout may improve athletic performance and help prevent injury.
Exercises for strong bones and healthy joints
Bones form the framework of your body, so keeping them strong and healthy is essential to maintaining overall health and well-being.